Auto loans: 2012 Chevrolet Impala
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 10.9 L/100 km combined (EPA). 3 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 10.9 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 3
For sale
Rent a 2012 Chevrolet Impala for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2012 Chevrolet Impala specs
| Engine | 3.6L 6-cylinder |
|---|---|
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas |
| City | 13.2 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.1 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.9 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 251 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $16.90 |
2012 Chevrolet Impala: every figure
| Displacement | 3.6 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 18 |
| MPG highway (US) | 29 |
| MPG combined (US) | 22 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 26 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 538 L (19 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,050 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,380 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2012 Chevrolet Impala
- NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 258 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (58), electronic stability control (esc) (54) and steering (50). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14V355000 | 2014-06-23 | electrical system:ignition | This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year... |
| 12V377000 | 2012-08-03 | suspension:front:control arm:lower arm | General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Chevrolet Impala police vehicles because the front lower control arms may fracture. This safety recall does not include non-police Chevrolet Impala vehicles. |
| 11V398000 | 2011-08-05 | steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections | GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CHEVROLET IMPALA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 19, 2011, THROUGH JULY 29, 2011. THE UPPER POWER STEERING HOSE MAY HAVE BEEN MISROUTED SO THAT IT CAN COME IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO AND/OR CONTACT THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER. WITH THE ENGINE ON, HEAT FROM THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER MAY... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Auto loans: the 2012 Chevrolet Impala
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2012 Chevrolet Impala for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Before buying the 2012 Chevrolet Impala, read what the figures say and how to try one first.
Recalls and complaints
In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. There are 3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package.
Reading the spec sheet
Its 3.6L 6-cylinder drives through a 6-speed automatic. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
A combined rating of 10.9 L/100 km works out to about 33 litres per 300 km. The fuel for 100 km comes to about $16.90 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$3,050 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Good uses for the Impala
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits commuters, couples and business trips.
What to expect from the Impala
A car body like this keeps the weight low, so it feels settled on the highway. For luggage, 538 litres means bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Drive it on your own roads
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Try the Impala on your commute, then decide. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.
Year and trim
A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
What it costs to run
The EPA estimates US$3,050 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $16.90 in fuel.
Let us know
Rent it for a week, then decide: send a request with your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2012 Chevrolet Impala from us first.
Ask us about the 2012 Chevrolet Impala
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2012 Chevrolet Impala for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2012 Chevrolet Impala
Does CarmaCars sell the 2012 Chevrolet Impala?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2012 Chevrolet Impala before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2012 Chevrolet Impala have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2012 Chevrolet Impala cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,050 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3380.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.